California · Metropolitan Area
Laguna Beach is a small city in California with a population of 22,777. Residents earn $140,508 per year, which is 87% above the national average.
Based on current data, Laguna Beach receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Laguna Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Laguna Beach is $140,508, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Laguna Beach among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Laguna Beach is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,802 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 14.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Laguna Beach is below the national average at 274 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,977 per 100,000, near the national average.
Laguna Beach is a highly educated community — 67.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Laguna Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 87.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $140,508 |
| 87% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $110,736 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,565 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $116,511 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148,394 |
| County GDP | $351,753M |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Healthcare | 13,951 |
| Retail | 9,811 |
| Manufacturing | 4,357 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.50% |
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 33.0% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $2,900,365 |
| Median List Price | $3,572,500 |
| Median List Price | $3,572,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Homes Sold | 18 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.7% |
| Price Drops | 16.1% |
| Inventory | 137 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,802 |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $5,004 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,097 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.50% |
| Obesity | 22.9% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 3.6% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.0% |
| Depression | 22.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,325/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Total Violent | 273.8/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 17.1/100K |
| Robbery | 30.0/100K |
| Assault | 226.8/100K |
| Total Property | 1,976.8/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 419.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,454.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 102.7/100K |
| Arson | 8.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.1°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.7 inches |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 514 ft (157 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (23.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,559/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5434°N, 117.7618°W |
| County FIPS | 06059 |
Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 67.1% |
| 99% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,559/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 14 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 17 |
| Public Libraries | 67 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13,951 |
| Restaurants | 8,853 |
| Retail Stores | 9,811 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 238 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 33.0% |